Russia, China, and Iran Announce Joint Naval Drills in Indian Ocean

The 'Security Belt-2025' exercises aim to enhance military cooperation and will take place near Iran's Chabahar port this week.

The naval drills, titled 'Security Belt-2025,' are scheduled to begin on Tuesday in the northern Indian Ocean near the Gulf of Oman.
Participating forces include warships and support vessels from the navies of Iran, Russia, and China, with China deploying a destroyer and a supply ship.
The exercises will focus on maritime target strikes, joint search and rescue operations, and damage control drills to strengthen regional security and military collaboration.
Observers from nine countries, including South Africa, Pakistan, and the UAE, will monitor the event, highlighting its international significance.
This marks the seventh iteration of such drills, reflecting ongoing efforts by the three nations to counter perceived U.S. influence in the region.